Social Worker - Court Team - Plymouth - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted staffing agency is looking for a Social Worker to join their Court Team in Plymouth. This full-time role pays £48.01 per hour and involves managing care proceedings, conducting assessments, and visiting children in placements. Ideal candidates will have experience in a trauma-informed setting and be eager to enhance their skills while working with children and families. The role offers attractive perks and the chance for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible hourly pay

Diverse case work

Ongoing training and support

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Skilled social workers with experience in care proceedings.
• Eager to work with children and families.
• Ability to manage complex case holdings.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex case holdings involving care proceedings.
• Conduct thorough parenting assessments.
• Write detailed care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Visit children in placements across the UK.
• Use a trauma-informed approach.
• Participate in the office duty week.

Skills

Experience with care proceedings

Trauma-informed approach

Solution-focused practice

Strong assessment skills

Job description

Overview

Social Worker within Court Team in Plymouth (UK), earning £48.01 per hour, on an ongoing basis. This full-time role requires attendance in the office for duty week (5 days – 1 in 7 weeks), and generally 3 days per week is expected for face-to-face work. We’re searching for skilled social workers with experience in care proceedings, from attending court to request an Interim Court Order, through to the Final Hearing. If you are a trauma-informed and solution-focused professional eager to work with children and families, this is a brilliant chance to grow your career.

Perks and benefits

• Hourly salary: Enjoy a lucrative hourly pay of £48.01, offering you flexibility and rewards for your expertise.
• Variety of work: Experience diverse cases and challenges that help develop your skills and keep your workday exciting.
• Professional development: Access to ongoing training and support to advance your career within a dynamic working environment.
• Networking opportunities: Collaborate with a vibrant team of professionals and expand your professional network.

What you will do

• Manage complex case holdings involving care proceedings from initial court requests through to Final Hearings.
• Conduct thorough parenting assessments and viability assessments of family members.
• Write detailed care plans and final care plans tailored to the individual needs of children and families.
• Visit children in placements across the UK, ensuring their well-being and safety.
• Use a trauma-informed approach to work with children who have a child protection plan.
• Participate in the office duty week as part of your role, ensuring support and consistency for team goals.

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Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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